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4 things houseguests always notice when they visit your place

Keep these in mind before your guests arrive. - by Better Homes and Gardens
  • 09 Mar 2021
4 things houseguests always notice when they visit your place

It might have seemed like a good idea at the time, but inviting people over can be stressful. Is the house tidy? Is there a funny smell? Are there dishes in the sink? Have the kids’ toys been put away? 

To prevent the all-too-familiar ‘having guests over freak-out', it’s important to prioritise the little things that houseguests always notice. Rest assured, there are only four of them, and they’re relatively quick and easy to fix. 

Here are four things houseguests will notice when they visit your home.

 

Tidy modern open plan home with a pink sofa
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1. Smell

People often become immune to the smell of their own home, but it's the first thing your guests notice. To make your home smell amazing, light some candles or boil some water with orange or lemon peels before your guests are due to arrive.

2. Clutter

It doesn't take long for piles old magazines and papers to become part of the furniture. Although you no longer notice these, your guests will. Do a quick sweep of anything out of place, moving any clutter out of plain sight.

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3. The bathroom 

There’s nothing worse than washing your hands at a friend's place and the only towel available for drying is the one they use after a shower. Make sure there’s a clean hand towel in the bathroom, light a candle and top up the toilet paper.

4. Lighting

The right lighting is vital when entertaining guests. Either dim or turn off overhead lights. Use table lamps and candles to create a flattering glow.

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